Forklift Operator - Reach Or Order Picker

Job Title: Forklift Operator – Receiver

Job Description

This role is based in a tire distribution warehouse, where you operate reach forklifts to unload, receive, and store tires efficiently and accurately. You use an RF scanner to check incoming deliveries, confirm quantities and locations, and place products into the correct racking. You also perform regular put-aways and order picking, helping to keep the warehouse organized and running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach forklifts and stand-up forklifts safely to unload, move, and store tires within the warehouse.
• Use an RF scanner to scan, verify, and record incoming deliveries, ensuring accuracy of product counts and locations.
• Perform receiving tasks, including checking shipments, confirming product details, and placing tires back into appropriate racking.
• Complete put-aways by storing approximately 55–60 tires per hour by the second or third week on the job.
• Carry out order picking and material handling tasks, including working with order pickers and cherry pick equipment as needed.
• Assist with general labor duties such as unloading trucks and organizing inventory to maintain a clean and efficient warehouse.
• Support shipping and receiving processes, ensuring products are prepared and staged correctly for outbound orders.
• Lift and move tires weighing 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout the shift while following safe lifting practices.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance to support daily warehouse operations.
• Follow all safety protocols and warehouse procedures to ensure a secure work environment for yourself and your team.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience operating a reach forklift or order picker, with a valid third-party certification on at least one of these machines.
• Proven experience operating reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, and reach forklifts in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Hands-on receiving experience, including placing tires or similar products back into racking and verifying incoming shipments.
• Proficiency using RF scanners for scanning, tracking, and checking inventory and deliveries.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes and order picking in a high-volume warehouse.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality to meet operational needs.
• Access to your own vehicle to commute to work, as the facility is not transit accessible.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with cherry pick equipment and order picker machinery in a warehouse setting.
• Expereince in general labor and material handling in distribution or logistics environments.
• Comfort working with essential products in a stable, fast-paced warehouse operation.
• Ability to adapt to increased workload and overtime during busy seasons such as fall and spring.

Why Work Here?

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a stable organization that handles essential products, offering long-term job security and growth potential. You can build a lasting career in a reliable warehouse environment, with opportunities to deepen your skills in material handling and equipment operation. The role provides steady weekday hours with overtime potential during peak seasons, supporting both income stability and professional development.

Work Environment

The position is located in a tire distribution warehouse, working primarily Monday through Friday from 8:00 . to 4:30 . During busy seasons in fall and spring, overtime is available after 8 hours per day. You work on the warehouse floor operating reach forklifts, stand-up forklifts, order pickers, and cherry pick equipment, using RF scanners to manage inventory. The environment is active and physically demanding, requiring frequent lifting of 50+ pound tires and regular movement throughout the facility. Reliable personal transportation is necessary, as the site is not accessible by public transit.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Acheson, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Acheson,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.